JACKET

A classic shawl-collared jacket for smart casual wear in temperate weather, lightweight and breathable, with a medium drape. Tailored for comfort with a fitted collar, sloping shoulders, tapered raglan sleeves and either a straight body profile or an optional method to shape the waist for both women and men. The jacket is worked from the top downwards in a honeycomb mesh that holds its shape well. Construction begins with a V-neckline, then the collar is shaped with short rows, then further components are simply worked onto each other. To suit a stripey yarn, the collar runs in a contrasting direction to the body. More adventurous makers may wish to use a plain yarn with the optional lace motifs, which can be placed as desired to meander across the garment. #sizeinclusive

Two versions

Two versions are provided with different honeycomb stitches: SAUNTER has a firmer drape, and SWAGGER has a softer drape. Both versions include the lace motifs and accompanying tutorial. Photos of the alternative version will be uploaded soon.

SKILL LEVEL

Intermediate

REQUIREMENTS

Yarn 4-ply (fingering weight) or equivalent crochet thread, hook 3.00 mm or to suit your gauge. See yardage below.

CONTENTS

• Simple guide for choosing your garment size based on your back neck measurement (to suit your own gauge).

• Comprehensive section on pattern alteration.

• Row-by-row written instructions.

• Detailed stitching charts.

• Lace motifs.

MEASUREMENTS

Size

4XS, 3XS, 2XS, XS, S, M, L, XL, 2XL, 3XL, 4XL, 5XL, 6XL, 7XL, 8XL

Actual chest

67, 72, 77, 82, 87, 92, 97, 102, 107, 112, 117, 122, 127, 132, 137 cm

26, 28, 30, 32, 34, 36, 38, 40, 42, 44, 46, 48, 50, 52, 54 in

Positive ease

10 cm = 4 in (add to ‘actual chest’)

YARDAGE

5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19 x 50 g balls

Where 50 g = 210 m = 230 yd,
Gauge = 14 honeycomb stitches and 12.5 rows.

Please note that yardages for smaller sizes have been tested, but yardages for larger sizes are estimates only.